Blog Hop and Linky Party + Giveaway
Thank you for joining me today. This is my first ” hop” with the Altenew Educators! I’m so excited to be with this group of talented artists and share along with them. You most likely got here from Helen Kalb’s site, and I’m happy you’re here.
Be sure to check out all the artists on the hop, and leave some comments for a chance to win! Be sure to read all the way to the bottom of this post for your chance to win some Blog Candy from me!
Angelique Motifs Stamp and Die with the Geometric Landscapes Stencil
For my first card I am using the Geometric Landscape Stencil as a background. Using a stencil is a great way to create a straightforward, and easy to achieve background. The result is you can create something unique to your card.
Keep in mind when using stencils, be sure your stencil is secured to your cardstock quite well before beginning.
I used the Limestone mini ink cube from the Rock Collection to ink up my background using a blending brush. These lovely flowers from the Angelique Motifs Stamp and Die Bundle are inked up with the Lapis Lazuli Mini Ink Cube Collection and really layered up beautifully and effortlessly.
In order to get a little bit of shine to come through on the flowers and to add some interest, I used a blue gel glitter pen in the same color family as the ink.
I added a sentiment strip onto a piece of vellum just to create a bit of texture, and used deep blue sequins to finish things off.
Amazing You and Geometric Landscape Stencil
For my next card, using the same Geometric Landscape Stencil, I created this gorgeous background using the Altenew Enchanted Gold Pigment Ink and clear embossing powder.
What a lovely background this created for my flowers!
The Amazing You Stamp and Die bundle is one of my personal favorites. I love how the crisp white lines from the background stencil really help the flowers and sentiment “pop”! As you can see I achieved a lot of texture with this pigment ink, and I did that by applying the ink and powder in a thick coat! It almost looks wet to the touch!
I liked how this card turned out so well, I made a gift box to match. Using all the same stencil and embossing techniques.
I got my inspiration from a recently received order from Altenew. This adorable little box is the packaging for the Make a Statement Sequins Bundle!
I just measured and copied the dimensions to make my own gift box! It’s perfect for additional stencil style!
These are classic colors to work with, and the Geometric Landscape stencil is what pulled both of these cards together. You can find all my supplies below this post.
When you’re ready, hop along to Terri Marie Koszler site and see her and the other artists offerings. Be sure to leave us comments in order to be eligible for all the great Altenew Prizes.
I am so happy you got a chance to stop by today, and enjoy the rest of your hop journey.
Rachael
Prizes:
Altenew is giving away a $20 gift certificate to 5 lucky winners! Please leave a comment here on the Altenew Card Blog by 9/19/2020 for a chance to win.
We’ll also draw a winner to receive a $15 Altenew gift certificate from the comments left on each designer’s blog on the blog hop list below. All winners will be announced on the Altenew Winners Page on 9/22/2020.
There’s MORE! We will pick 2 of our favorite handmade creations from those who joined the linky party and they will each receive a $15 Altenew gift certificate!
Hop list:
Rachael Shedeed ←You Are Here
In celebration of joining the Altenew Educators and my first hop,Style it with Stencils, I have a bit of “Blog Candy” I am personally giving away!
If you sign up to follow my blog you will be entered into a drawing to receive the following:
Altenew- Happy Together Stamp and Die Set
Altenew-Chevrons Stencil
Altenew- Permanent Black Crisp Dye Ink
Neenah Solar White Classic Crest #80 Cardstock- 25 Half Sheets (8 1/2 x 5 1/2)
I will announce the winner right here on my blog, October 1, 2020 from all NEW subscribers from today’s date through September 30, 2020. Good luck!
Rachael
Beautiful card! Love that you’re reusing a box!
Thank you Dawn
I love the deep rich blue flowers. And the gold is amazing
Thanks Penny
Wait wait wait — you did what? You made your own gift box by copying the dimensions . . . SO COOL! I have saved all those boxes from Altenew because they were so cute and now — with the holidays coming — I’ll make up a couple of my own as you did. You are a great addition to the Altenew team.
Thank you so much, so sweet, Kimberly
Love your backgrounds! And I love how you were inspired by your AlteNew packaging to make your own special gift box!
Thank you Avonlea
I like the wet look with the powder. The repurpose of the box to make a template is neat too. Congratulations on your first hop! I hope to see much more project ideas.
Thanks Chickie!
Gorgeous projects!! Congrats on your first Altenew Educators Bloghop!
Thank you Cindy
Such lovely cards!
Thank you Kelsey
It’s great to see how many ways you used the stencil. Your blue flowers are stunning!!!
So nice of you Joanna
Absolutely gorgeous cards, Rachael! I’m in love with the the antique gold embossed backgrounds . Soooo beautiful! Thanks for the fabulous inspiration!
Thanks Patt
So very pretty! I really like that stenciled background pattern. It’s such a nice contrast with the pretty flowers.
Thank you so much Dorothy
Love your card backgrounds and the box is adorable!
Thanks Laura
Beautiful creations! Love all of the floral designs over the stenciled backgrounds!
Thank You Denise
Your projects are beautiful! Love that shine and sparkle!
Thanks Karen
Gorgeous colors, and love how you used the blue gel pen for extra sparkle ????
Thank You Elizabeth
Gorgeous cards. I love the Geometric Landscapes Stencil and you’ve used it beautifully.
Thank you so much Cyndi
Gorgeous colors, and love how you used the blue gel pen for extra sparkle 🙂
Great work on the creative box. Really extra special effort in gifting. Love your work as well.
Thank You Andrea
Love the Geometric Landscape stencil background for these beautiful florals on your cards and gift box, all so beautiful!
Thanks Melissa
Your cards are really pretty ! I love the blue flowers and the gorgeous gold background!
Thank you Lauryne
Beautiful!
Thank you, Nick
Love the gold background.
Thank You Caryl Ann
Beautiful projects. Your gold embossed background looks terrific.
Thanks Vikki
Beautiful projects! Love what you did with the stencil!
Thank You Peg
Absolutely beautiful cards – so creative! I love all of them. Keep sharing so we can keep learning!!
Thanks Rachel!
I love this stencil! What a gorgeous background! Beautiful cards!
Thank you Meghan
Great cards and box. Love the stenciling. TFS
Thank you Juanita
Lovely.
Thanks Angela
Awesome cards. Great inspiration!
Thanks Joni
So pretty. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thanks Joyace
Love the beautiful shine on your cards and box. Very pretty makes.
Thanks Becca
You did a fabulous job with your cards and box.
Thanks Theresa
The stenciled box is such a fantastic idea and I love the gold ink and embossing powder!!! What a great look and amazing idea!!! I have an Altenew box and can’t wait to decorate it. Thank you very much. Have a wonderful day.
Thanks so much Jade
Absolutely beautiful. Love the stencil. Thanks for sharing
Thank You Lois
Wow! I can really see how beautiful that gold ink is on your card and box. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks You Linda
Everything is lovely …so pretty…
Thanks Dawn
So cool to create a box with the stencil! I do love how the flowers pop on your stenciled backgrounds.
Thanks Kim
Beautiful!! Thanks so much for all the great ideas!
Thank you Patty
I am in love with your cute box, Rachael. And I love your cards.
Thanks Nandini
Oh you are so creative! I love how the darker blue pops on the tan/khaki background!
Thanks Laura, very kind
Oh man!! These are gorgeous, Rachael!! Love the sparkle and shine on your cards. You made a box too!! Fantabulous! Thank you for being part of the hop!
Thank you so much Erum!
The sparkle you added to Angelique Motifs is gorgeous. Such a perfect touch, Rachel!
Thank you Amber
Love all your cards!! What a good idea to stencil a gift box, I love it!!!
Thanks Amber
Beautiful projects. I especially like the gold embossed background. Thanks for all the great inspiration!
Thank You Michele
Beautiful cards. Thanks for sharing
Thanks Laurie
So pretty! Love the blue flowers! & what an awesome little box!????
So pretty! Wonderful!
Thanks Marisela
Thanks Crystal
I love your box Rchael, so clever!
Thank you Helen
WOW! These are all just beautiful but those blue flowers really caught my attention! Gorgeous! Thanks for awesome inspiration!
Thank you Darlene